{"id":1440,"date":"2018-04-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-04-03T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelovers.cottage-search.com\/blog\/spring-holiday-lakes\/"},"modified":"2025-12-18T14:55:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T14:55:31","slug":"spring-holiday-lakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/spring-holiday-lakes\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Spring Activities in the Lake District"},"content":{"rendered":"

10 Things To Do in the Lake District This Spring<\/h3>\n

Catch the breezy air, play and hop with the spring birds and enjoy the pleasure that comes with spring in the Lake District. Let\u2019s take a look at what a spring holiday in the Lake District looks like.<\/p>\n

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Through primrose tufts, in that green bower,<\/div>\n
The periwinkle trailed its wreaths;<\/div>\n
And \u2019tis my faith that every flower<\/div>\n
Enjoys the air it breathes.<\/div>\n
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The birds around me hopped and played,<\/div>\n
Their thoughts I cannot measure:\u2014<\/div>\n
But the least motion which they made<\/div>\n
It seemed a thrill of pleasure.<\/div>\n
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The budding twigs spread out their fan,<\/div>\n
To catch the breezy air;<\/div>\n
And I must think, do all I can,<\/div>\n
That there was pleasure there.<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\u00a0Words from \u2018Lines Written in Early Spring\u2019 by William Wordsworth<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

1.) \u00a0Glencolyne Bay, Ullswater<\/h3>\n

The shores of Ullswater in the north Lake District is the place to be to see the region\u2019s famous daffodil displays. There are over 13,000 different varieties of daffodil but it is the petite native Wild Daffodils, smaller in height and with pale outer petals around the bright yellow trumpet, that distinguishes William Wordsworth\u2019s \u2018Narcissus pseudonarcissus\u2019 from more common species. Explore the shore of Ullswater in the north Lake District to enjoy these cheery spring\u00a0characters.<\/p>\n

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2.) Dora\u2019s Field, Grasmere<\/h3>\n

Just outside of Ambleside, in Rydal is the National Trust owned Dora\u2019s Field<\/a>. Visit in spring to see the blooms and heady scent of hundreds of daffodil bulbs planted by William Wordsworth and his wife in memory of the tragic\u00a0death of their beloved\u00a0daughter, Dora. You\u2019ll also be treated to a carpet of bluebells during a walk through\u00a0Dora\u2019s Field, which is located next to\u00a0St Mary\u2019s Church at Rydal. From here, why not extend your visit to enjoy a spring walk by following the public footpath to Dove Cottage, where the Wordsworth\u2019s\u00a0lived for 14 years in Grasmere. This is a beautiful walk in the spiritual heart of the Lakes and at this time of year you can see why the Lake District is\u00a0#theplacetobe.<\/p>\n

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3.) Whinlatter Spring Fair & Osprey Chicks<\/h3>\n

The weekend of the 12th and 13th May 2018 sees the dog friendly Spring Fair arrive at Whinlatter Mountain Forest, in the north Lakes. The Lake District has a\u00a0wealth\u00a0of artistic produce and what better than getting to talk to the artisans themselves at a proper country fair.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a huge outdoor adventure play area at Whinlatter\u00a0too, WildPlay, which offers 9 separate outdoor play adventure courses spread over a 600m long trail. \u00a0Much of it is wooden and involves water play, and so spring is the perfect time to enjoy\u00a0this popular family attraction.<\/p>\n

Osprey number 14 is currently making his way back to Bassenthwaite from the\u00a0Island of Bioko too,\u00a0so come and look out for him this spring.<\/p>\n

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4.) Buttermere Valley Spring Wildlife<\/h3>\n

#7 on ITV\u2019s Britain\u2019s Best Walks<\/strong><\/a> is the peaceful 3-hour Buttermere Round. Dogs must be kept under control, ideally on a lead, at this time of year as the shore of Buttermere is a heaven of new life.<\/p>\n

Browse Buttermere cottages here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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5.)\u00a0Celebrity Chef Ricky Andalcio at Windermere Golf Club<\/h3>\n

We wonder if bacon \u2013 his favourite food apparently \u2013 will feature during this one-off night of live cooking from Whiteaven\u2019s celebrity chef, Ricky Andalcio. Tickets are available for non-members too and this night guaran\u2019tees\u2019 entertainment!<\/p>\n

Golfers will be pleased to know that you can add an exclusive\u00a0\u00a330 per person voucher for Windermere Golf Club<\/strong> when you book your holiday cottage<\/a> online with Lakelovers.<\/p>\n

6.) UNESCO World Heritage Site Plaque in Crow Park, Keswick<\/h3>\n

When the skies are clear, rain falls in light showers and there\u2019s a gentle breeze, spring is the perfect time to test your kite flying skills.\u00a0Bring a kite\u00a0to Crow Park on the shores of Derwent Water Keswick, and visit the new plaque opened by HRH Prince Wales to mark the Lake District officially a World Heritage destination. See the beautiful spring blooms of apple blossom and tulips at Hope Park too, whilst you\u2019re visiting\u00a0Keswick.<\/p>\n

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7.)\u00a0Holker Hall & Gardens<\/h3>\n

Now is the time to get out your camera and snap the famous\u00a0flower displays at Holker Hall & Gardens. Holker Hall have a busy events calendar, with various spring activities for families and for their Spring Fair is popular with foodies and horticulturists alike. Have a look at their Facebook page for more information and don\u2019t forget your camera !<\/p>\n

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8.)\u00a0Sizergh Castle and Garden<\/h3>\n

4-miles south of Kendal in the South Lakes, this National Trust owned castle and garden is everything you\u2019d expect from an English country garden. It is dog friendly and the 1600 acre estate provides lots of walks and point of interest. Note that dogs are not permitted in the formal gardens but free to roam the wider estate. The cafe offers a lovely spring menu.<\/p>\n

9.) Helvellyn, Britain\u2019s Favourite Walk<\/h3>\n

With spring comes the melting of\u00a0the Lake District\u2019s beautiful mountains and so the perfect time to get amidst England\u2019s highest peaks. The most popular and most difficult up Helvellyn is up Striding Edge, but if planned on a clear spring day you\u2019ll be rewarded with stunning views of Ullswater. Follow our guide Britain\u2019s Favourite Walk<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

10.)\u00a0Brockhole on Windermere<\/h3>\n

Arrive via Windermere Lake Cruise and take in the warmer weather with\u00a0some excellent family friendly outdoor activities at Brockhole on Windermere. Cycle hire and\u00a0pony rides are a great way for families to get into the Lake District countryside and discover some spring sights, such as lambs, ducklings and daffodils.<\/p>\n

No more looking longingly at the ropes, net and swings high amongst the trees. The dryer weather means it is time to get high amongst the canopy\u00a0with Treetop Trek and\u00a0enjoy the leafy wonder as the Lake District greenery starts to unfurl.<\/p>\n

On the ground, mini golf is back open at Brockhole and a giant Peter Rabbit sculpture in wood has come to celebrate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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